Manley Steelhead vs others.

Hi all, some new or used alternatives to a used Manley Steelhead in that price range?

Thanks.

rhodes12-25-2019 4:32pm

goheelz Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 297 posts 12-25-2019 at 06:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete ModWright PH-150 Reference Phono is an option to consider. Tubes but very quiet. I like that it has front panel controls like the Steelhead, although it’s more of a pure phono pre, whereas the Manley can serve as a full pre if I recall correctly. Dan Wright is an excellent resource and has been helpful with advice and support.
soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,773 posts 12-25-2019 at 07:09pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Allnic H3000 and Herron VTPH get consistently stellar reviews like the Steelhead. All outstanding — pick your flavor.
millercarbon Details Discussions Posts This discussion 12,531 posts 12-26-2019 at 01:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Herron, for sure. Good luck finding one used though! The Herron is a keeper so not many out there and when there are they get snapped up fast, because... the Herron is a keeper! I would just give Keith a call, have him build you one. That's what I did, just over a year ago. Very happy I did!
testpilot Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 967 posts 12-26-2019 at 03:16pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Very few phono stages have the option of acting like a full function preamp like the Steelhead. The Steelhead has very few peers in that regard.